Banana Black Bean Salad Recipe

Escape to the tropics with this vibrant Banana Black Bean Salad! A refreshing blend of sweet bananas (or mangoes!), savory black beans, and zesty citrus, this salad is perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or even a unique topping for grilled fish or rice. Inspired by the flavors of the Caribbean, Latin America, and California cuisine, this make-ahead recipe is bursting with fresh, exciting tastes. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and your favorite fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or cilantro) for an extra touch of deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 105.7 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Banana Black Bean Salad

  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup red onion
  • 1/2 medium red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • juice of 1/2 a lemon
  • juice of 1/4 of an orange
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • dollop of sour cream (for garnish)
  • fresh herbs (for garnish)
  • 1 ripe mango (optional, as alternative to banana)

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How to Make Banana Black Bean Salad

  1. Cook 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans according to package directions. Drain and rinse.
  2. Mince 1 cup of cherry or grape tomatoes, 1/2 medium red bell pepper, 1/4 cup red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked black beans, minced tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Mix well.
  4. Chop 2 ripe bananas (or 1 ripe mango) into small, bite-sized pieces.
  5. Gently fold the banana (or mango) pieces into the black bean mixture. Be careful not to overmix and bruise the fruit.
  6. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the juice of 1/2 a lemon and 1/4 of an orange. Gently fold everything together.
  7. Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g

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